First Lesson for Mark Chapter One:WBS - BOOK of MARKChapter 1 (first day of class)The following is the content for Mark Chapter One. What do you already know about these events based on prior knowledge, our pastors’ current study in Matthew, or last spring’s WBS in the Book of John? Take a few minutes to write what you know about each section while you get some coffee and settle in so we can discuss together. Enjoy!

​JOHN the BaptistBAPTISM and TEMPTATION of JesusFirst DISCIPLES

JESUS Casts out an Evil Spirit

Jesus HEALS Many People

Jesus PREACHES in Galilee

Jesus Heals a Man with LEPROSY

Questions from the Study Guide for today:pg. 10 #1 How does John prepare the people for Jesus’ coming? (v.1-8)pg. 10 #3 What is significant about what happens after Jesus’ baptism? (v.9-13) pg. 12 #8 Why is difficult for us to cut loose our ties to follow Jesus? (v.14-20) pg. 12 #10 According to Mark, how does Jesus demonstrate his authority? (v.23-34)pg. 13 #11 How does Jesus instruct the healed leper and why? (v.35-45) here to edit.